I'm a Long Gone Daddy
Hank Williams Sr. · Hall of Fame [2006]
All you want to do is sit around and pout
And now I've got enough so I'm gettin' out
I'm leavin' now, I'm leavin' now
I'm a long gone daddy, I don't need you anyhow.
I've been in the doghouse for so doggone long
That when I get a kiss I think that somethin's wrong
I'm leavin' now, I'm leavin' now
I'm a long gone daddy, I don't need you anyhow.
I'll go find a gal that wants to treat me right
You go and get yourself a man that wants to fight
I'm leavin' now. I'm leavin' now
I'm a long gone daddy, I don't need you anyhow.
--- Instrumental ---
You start your jaws a waggin' and they never stop
You never shut your moth until I blow my top
I'm leavin' now, I'm leavin' now
I'm a long gone daddy, I don't need you anyhow.
I remember back when you were nice and sweet
Things have changed you'd rather fight than eat
I'm leavin' now, I'm leavin' now
I'm a long gone daddy, I don't need you anyhow.
--- Instrumental ---
I'm gonna do some ridin' on the midnight train
I'm takin' evrything cept my balled chain
I'm leavin' now, I'm leavin' now
I'm a long gone daddy, I don't need you anyhow...
I'm a Long Gone Daddy
Hank Williams Sr. remains a towering figure in country music, celebrated for his ability to distill complex emotions into concise, powerful melodies. "I'm a Long Gone Daddy" exemplifies his signature style, blending traditional country instrumentation with a narrative of heartbreak and departure. The track showcases Williams' distinctive vocal delivery, which conveys deep sorrow without relying on excessive ornamentation. As part of his extensive discography, this recording highlights his mastery of the honky-tonk genre and his enduring influence on American roots music. The song stands as a testament to his songwriting prowess, capturing the universal experience of loss with clarity and emotional resonance. Williams' work continues to define the genre, offering listeners a direct connection to the foundational sounds of country music history.